MIZORAM PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION

DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATIONS FOR SUB-INSPECTOR

UNDER EXCISE & NARCOTICS DEPARTMENT, SEPTEMBER 2016

PAPER – IV
Time Allowed : 3 hours FM : 100 PM : 40

Marks for each question is indicated against it.

Attempt all questions.

MIZORAM EXCISE AND NARCOTICS MANUAL, 2005

PART 1

1. What is the duty and responsibility of an Inspector of Excise and Narcotics? (4)

2. What are the Duties and Responsibilities of Superintendent of Excise and Narcotics (Prosecution) as
laid down by the Manual, 2005? (4)

3. Who is the appointing and disciplinary authority for all the non gazetted officers and other ranks in the
Excise and Narcotics Department under the Government of Mizoram? (2)

PART II

4. Who is the head Administrative Officer of Excise and Narcotics Establishment in a District? What is
his responsibility? (4)

5. All punishments need not be entered in the Service Book. Explain. (4)

6. How long can a Ministerial staff take leave of absence? (2)

PART III

7. What is the required rank for conducting Prosecution? Can an officer be permitted to conduct the
Prosecution if he has taken part in the investigation into the offence with respect to which the accused
is being prosecuted? (4)

8. What are the duties of a Constable of Excise and Narcotics in the Court? (4)

9. What are the procedures for withdrawal of Excise and Narcotics cases? (4)

10. What are the duties of the Superintendent of Excise and Narcotics (Prosecution) in case of Appeals/
Revisions by the State? (4)

11. How will witnesses brought up under warrant of arrest be treated? (2)
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PART IV

12. What are the general duties of the Officer-in-charge of Excise and Narcotics Station? (4)

13. What are the maximum period of service without transfer of an Inspector and Sub-Inspector of
Excise and Narcotics in a District? (4)

14. How long can a person arrested without warrant be detained in custody without permission from a
Magistrate for further detention? (2)

PART V

15. What are the general procedures for making an arrest? (4)

16. What are the general limitations for using handcuff and fetter to an under trial prisoner? (4)

17. What is the maximum period of service of an Inspector of Excise and Narcotics in a District? (2)

18. What are the minor penalties which may be awarded on Excise and Narcotics personnel by the
Officer-in-charge of Excise and Narcotics Station? (2)

MIZORAM EXCISE ACT, 1973 & RULES

19. When did the Mizoram Excise Act, 1973 become effective? Is it still applicable? (3)

20. What is the punishment for allowing premises to be used for the commission of an offence under this
act? (3)

21. Can an arrest, seizure and search be made in a public place without warrant under this Act? (2)

22. Who has the power to compound an offence under this Act? (2)

THE ASSAM DRUG CONTROL ACT, 1950

23. Who can investigate an offence committed under the Assam Drug Control Act, 1950? (2)

24. Define the meaning of dealer under this Act. (2)

25. What is the punishment for contravention of the Assam Drug Control Act, 1950? (3)

26. What is the duty of a person possessing any drug exceeding the permitted quantity under this Act?
(3)
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THE MOTOR VEHICLES ACT, 1988

27. What is the minimum age requirement for obtaining a driving license under the Motor Vehicles Act,
1988? (2)

28. What is the penalty for not carrying a valid driving license while driving? (2)

29. Mention the punishment for driving a motor vehicle by a drunken person or a person under the
influence of drugs under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. (3)

30. Where will a person affected by a motor vehicle accident claim compensation under the Motor
Vehicles Act? (3)

THE INDIAN EVIDENCE ACT, 1872

31. Differentiate between Examination in Chief and Cross Examination. (2)

32. What is Leading Question? Can leading question be asked in examination in chief and re-examination
without the permission of the Court? (3)

33. Who are competent to testify? Is a Lunatic incompetent to testify? If not, explain why. (3)

34. Can a confession made by an accused person be proved while in Police custody in the presence of a
Judicial Magistrate? (2)

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